| check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. set in the san bernardino mountains at an elevation of 6,000 feet, this casual, rustic lodge is 5 miles from skiing at the snow valley mountain resort, 9 miles from lake arrowhead and 17 miles from big bear lake. the straightforward rooms in the main lodge feature microwaves and minifridges, plus tvs and free wi-fi. amenities include an indoor pool and a hot tub, table tennis, and a communal grill. some rooms have fireplaces. cozy cabins add bunk beds, whirlpool tubs and/or private decks
John Wayne Airport 1 hr 21
Big Bear Mountain Resort (36 min)
Skiing and winter sports Rim Nordic Ski Area (9 min)
Groomed trails used for cross-country skiing & snowshoeing in the winter & cycling in the summer. Deep Creek Hot Springs (1 hr 31)
Secluded hiking area with trails, natural hot springs & endangered local species. Castle Rock Trail 1W03 (24 min)
Popular hike with a 500-ft. elevation gain culminating at a rocky outcrop with lake views. Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area (8 min) San Bernardino National Forest (51 min)
Mountain destination for outdoor recreation, with scenic roads, multi-use trails & camping. San Manuel Casino (30 min)
24/7 gaming destination featuring slots & table games, plus restaurants & nightly live music. Lake Gregory Regional Park (23 min)
Park's 84 acres are dominated by Lake Gregory, which is surrounded by trails, picnics & pines. SkyPark at Santa's Village (10 min)
Amusement park, mountain, reindeer, adventure, and park Snow Summit Ski Resort (36 min)
Long-running, popular option with 31 runs, night riding, terrain parks & a climbing wall. Big Bear Lake (31 min)
This celebrated, mountain lake features year-round outdoor recreation, fishing & ranging wildlife. Snow Valley Mountain Resort (10 min)
Runs for all skill levels, plus terrain parks, a snow play area for sledding & dining options. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain (29 min)
Year-round facility offers winter bobsled tracks & summer water slides, accessed via a chairlift. San Gorgonio Wilderness (55 min)
Hiking, camping, wilderness, backpacking, and lake Big Bear Discovery Center (34 min)
Sizable visitor center offering nature-based exhibitions, eco-tours, an amphitheater & trail maps. | 
